Billed as a historic event for street footie F.C., the team’s inaugural match in the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) ended 0-2 against MSI Pro at the Laytonia Recreational Park, Derwood.
NEXT MATCH: Fredrick Kings VS. street footie kicks off Sunday, August 27, 2023, at 5:00 pm EDT
The energy at the park was palpable. As the sun set, casting a warm golden hue over the turf, record numbers turned up to witness the Orange Army’s first-ever step in the UPSL.
UPSL DMV D1 Match Day One Results
street footie 0-2 MSI Pro
Cesena USA 0-3 Sure Sports II
Bridge Sports II 3-0 Fredrick Kings
street footie sits in fourth place at the end of the first round of play in the UPSL DVM D1 Fall 2023.
MSI Pro lays one space above the orange army with a two-goal difference.
Bridge Sports II and Sure Sports II take first and second place with a three-goal difference from the orange army.
Cesena USA and Fredrick Kings occupy the fifth and sixth place with one goal difference from the men in Orange.
A Battling for Dominance
Manager Nelson Mwanza’s words before the game resonated deeply as street footie began with a purpose, trying to dictate the style of play. Despite going one down early on, the first half saw both teams battling for dominance.
street footie showed resilience, trying to find their footing after returning from the break. But MSI Pro doubled their lead, making it harder for the home side to claw back.
An Exciting Season Ahead
Despite the loss and disappointment, we remain optimistic. “This is just the beginning,” the assistant manager Quist reflected post-match. “We’ve seen what we’re up against and must grow from this experience.”
The journey for street footie may have started with a stumble, but the future remains bright for the Orange Army. The squad’s dedication promises an exciting season ahead.
UPSL DMV D1 Match Day Two Fixture List
| Saturday | 08/26/2023 | MSI Pro | Cesena FC USA | 7:00 PM | Walt Whitman High School |
| Sunday | 08/27/2023 | Sure Sports FC II | Bridge Sports Club II | 4:30 PM | Wilde Lake High School Stadium |
| Sunday | 08/27/2023 | Frederick Kings FC | street footie FC | 5:00 PM | Othello Regional Park – Fld 2 |
